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Insulae Resort

4.0 star property
Travelers find a peaceful retreat at Insulae Resort where they can lounge by the outdoor pool, just a short distance from beautiful beaches

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A modern outdoor seating area with a pool view, wooden furniture, and a glass door leading to a balcony. - Insulae Resort (Cefalù)
A modern building with large windows, a patio area with potted plants, and a view of a hilly landscape. - Insulae Resort (Cefalù)
A hotel room with a large sliding glass door leading to a pool area, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a bed with a hat on it. - Insulae Resort (Cefalù)
A poolside area with stone walls, three doors leading to seating areas, and potted plants. - Insulae Resort (Cefalù)
A hotel room with a bed, a round chair, a small table, a potted plant, and a window with a view of the sea. - Insulae Resort (Cefalù)
Insulae Resort offers a tranquil bay getaway. Guests enjoy a breakfast buffet, relax at the spa tub or sauna, and unwind by the outdoor pool with sun loungers. Free in-room WiFi keeps everyone connected. Multilingual staff assist visitors in exploring nearby beaches.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Spa
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included

Room options

View all photos for Superior Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Sea View

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a headboard, a bedside table, a lamp, a plant, and a framed picture on the wall.

Superior Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Room, Sea View

A modern outdoor patio with a pool, lounge chairs, and a dining area.

Superior Room, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Double Room, Garden View

A modern outdoor patio with a wooden pergola, two cushioned chairs, a round coffee table, and a potted plant.

Standard Double Room, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Romantic Double Room, Sea View

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a round rug, a small round table, a potted plant, and a view of palm trees through a window.

Romantic Double Room, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Family Quadruple Room, Pool View

A modern outdoor pool area with palm trees, a lounge chair, and a contemporary building in the background.

Family Quadruple Room, Pool View

  • Partial sea view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Exclusive Studio Suite, Jetted Tub

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a TV, and a balcony with plants.

Exclusive Studio Suite, Jetted Tub

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sea view
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Cefalù, Insulae Resort is near the beach. Kartodromo Lascari and Gal Hassin International Center for Astronomical Sciences are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Cefalu Beach and Salinelle Beach. Acqua Verde and Ceramiche Sireci are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with snorkeling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours, mountain biking, and hiking/biking trails. Visit our Cefalù travel guide
Map
Via Samotracia, Cefalù, PA, 90015

What's nearby

  • A coastal town with buildings along the shore, a prominent cliff, and a small boat in the water.
    Acqua Verde
    9 min drive - 4.0 miles
  • A sunset over a body of water with scattered clouds.
    Cefalu Beach
    13 min drive - 4.6 miles
  • A coastal town with historic buildings, a prominent church, and a steep cliff.
    Rocca of Cefalu
    14 min drive - 4.9 miles
  • A historic stone building with two towers and a central arched entrance, surrounded by a cobblestone pathway and potted plants.
    Cefalu Cathedral
    16 min drive - 5.8 miles
  • Salinelle Beach
    13 min drive - 3.7 miles

Getting around

  • Lascari Station
    7 min drive
  • Punta Raisi Airport (PMO)
    79 min drive

Restaurants

  • Ristorante al Gabbiano
    6 min drive
  • Foodda
    5 min drive
  • Porta Ossuna ristorante pizzeria
    6 min drive
  • Il Ragno D'oro
    6 min drive
  • Kioskito (Cefalù)
    6 min drive

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking (max 1 space per unit)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A poolside bar
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Boat tours
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pickleball court
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages

Business services

  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Massage
  • Spa services

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Pillow menu
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch smart TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Mini-fridge
  • Minibar
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Electrical adapters
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 15

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 3:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of EUR 50 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
1 total (up to 22 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 80.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. This tax is adjusted seasonally and might not apply year round. Other exemptions or reductions might apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 November - 31 March, EUR 0.00 per person, per night, up to 5 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 12 years of age.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 April - 31 October, EUR 2.50 per person, per night, up to 5 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 12 years of age.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 150 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Pet fee: EUR 50 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 80.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number IT082027A165LU8CLD

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation
The seasonal pool will be open from January 01 to December 31
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 7:30 PM
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property class

This property has received its official star rating from the local rating authority.

Frequently asked questions

Does Insulae Resort have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 9:00 AM–7:30 PM.

Is Insulae Resort pet-friendly?

Yes, Insulae Resort allows pets (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 22 lbs per pet. There's a fee of EUR 50 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Insulae Resort?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Insulae Resort?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

Does Insulae Resort provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of EUR 150 per vehicle applies.

Where is Insulae Resort located?

Situated near the beach, this hotel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Cefalu Beach, Lavatoio Medievale, and Osteria Magno. Ceramiche Sireci and Church of Purgatory are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

Insulae Resort Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.4

Amenities

10

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 53 out of 65 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 65 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 65 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 65 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 65 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Denis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay if visiting Cefalu. Out of the city center but a great resort style where you can relax on you're own terrace or sit by the pool and have drinks or dine.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff excellent - very helpful in sorting taxis and bookings in Cefalu and very welcoming at the bar and restaurants. Room unexpectedly on the smaller side but overall can't recommend a stay at this hotel enough
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The onsite restaurant was probably the best dinner I had in all my travels through Sicily…
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Florian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful resort near Cefalu. Lovely staff and amazing food and drinks.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rosanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous property and staff!! Excellent food and drinks!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Negar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful newly built boutique hotel. Every friendly staff. High quality cuisin
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely stunning, the images do not capture how beautiful and clean this hotel is. Staff are amazing!! The old town is also stunning… This was a stunning experience and far more than we both anticipated. Thank you to all staff at the Insulae. See you again soon.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Beverly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The best feature of this hotel is its staff. The accomodation is well thought out, very comfortable and all looking iut iver the sea or pool. The fine dining is amazing, the cocktails and drinks were of a great standard. Shuttle.bus is a real bonus.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Rolando

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful resort, but if you want to visit Cefalu city center not the best location. The hotel offers rides to city center but only limited hours. A 4 star hotel shouldn’t have instant coffee in the rooms should be broker quality. The breakfast was very good.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Riccardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An amazing private resort on a small scale: new, clean, and thought through in every little detail. The premises are aesthetic, good-smelling and feel exclusive. The garden feels like a cosy hideout. Great cocktail bar, both during the day and in the evening, with Salvo and Emanuele not missing a chance to surprise you and make you smile. The fine dining experience at the on-site restaurant “Zayn” is worth a mention, too. A complimentary electric shuttle and EV charging are available, too.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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8/10 Good

Molly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful relaxing resort out of the way. Most staff were great. Breakfast was fantastic. Pool area amazing. Shuttle into Cefalu is great except that the last return shuttle is at 6:30 which doesn’t help you get into town for dinner so we had to take taxis back. Lunch options by the pool were a little too fancy for our tastes. Cold pool, brrrr.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely gorgeous boutique property, perfect for R&R, lounging by the pool and indulging in the inventive tasting menu (a high point during our trip!). Fantastic pool and bar area with fast and friendly service. Charming Cefalu is a shuttle ride away and we appreciated not having to drive ourselves into the town. The staff were very kind and attentive. The only downside was the size of our room - extremely small, if I were to return, I would seek out a large room if that is an option. The private terrace helps make up for it.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Simon Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had the most wonderful stay at Insulae Resort. Such a beautiful resort that went beyond what we were expecting. I commented to my wife that it “felt like a little piece of paradise.” It was so relaxing, the poolside lunch lunches are great, the bar serves great drinks at great prices and the a la carte restaurant, Zayt, is exceptional. We had dinner in there on the first evening and it was an experience to remember. All the staff were so friendly and engaging, we were made to feel so welcome. Special thanks to Antonino, Gianpiero and Salvatore. What great guys! We really didn’t want to leave and fully intend to stay again. We felt really at home is Sicily and there is so much more to see. Can’t wait to go back. Grazie mille a tutti!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Deniz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stars stars stars...Very very clean room,first time ı used a bad cover withput anydept.So clean.Stuff,they are all nice ready for help,with smiling face all time.Dinner was perfect..That ı ever had the best.Breakfast is very satisfied,good coffee,and many choosing.. if you have any plan to Cefalu,do not hesitate to come here
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Jula Johanna Birgit

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We really enjoyed our stay at Insulae. A beautiful place to relax. Very clean, great breakfast, nice outside area with lounges, pool, ping pong and private terrace. Very friendly and sweet staff. We rather used the public beach which is in walking distance than the private sea access. The location is a bit far out to Cefalu city, but we knew that in advance, so no problem. Things that could be improved: possiblity to hang up wet towels etc. The parties booked by external people were a bit unexpected and noisy.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
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8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place to chill

Insulae Resort's pool, serviced by great bar staff, is the perfect place to completely relax before hitting up beautiful Cefalu for an afternoon stroll or evening meal. It's a 10-minute drive to the centre of Cefalu so you'll need a car or taxi if you're planning to come back late - the hotel's minibus service ends in the early evening. While there is access to the sea 100 metres away, it's a very rocky beach. A second walkable beach option, 400 metres away, is serviced by another resort and was very loud (thumping music). It's worth noting that trains do pass by close to the hotel and there's a concrete factory close by that also produces background noise.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

COLIN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were always friendly, yet always professional. Beautiful hotel and environment. The food in the restaurant was incredibly good, with excellent service. Somewhere to eat in the evening with a more relaxed atmosphere would have been nice. Walking into Cefalu isn't such an issue. Parts of the road arent paved, parts are. Just be careful and you can cut down a side street to take you onto the beach road. Takes about 40minutes walking Would I go back. Definitely !!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

troy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms beautiful resort food is great. Drinks is great. Staff is awesome overall this was an amazing. Stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Benedicte

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing stay !! The pool was wonderful! Food and cocktails were out of this world! Must try the negroni !!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Riccardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The new breakfast hall is amazing!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Thoms Florian

Liked: Amenities
Very nice stay
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Peter Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Modern attractive property. Staff very good. Especially the Sommelier, Enrico, the courtesy bus driver and the lady at reception. You are out of town and it is handy to have a car if you wish to explore the area. Would stay again.
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice place !
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

New resort, perfect location

Newly open, very friendly stuff, great breakfast, pool bar with amazing cocktails, quiet area:)
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Madeleine

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Lovely stay

Very friendly atmosphere, most amazing cocktails, great chill vibe. Also very short distance from the buzz and great restaurants of Cefalù.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023